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Midnight Run (1988)
Rate:
9
Viewed:
6/16, 10/25
6/16:
Midnight Run is high quality with a good story to boot.
A lot of people might say Charles Grodin was the show, but I thought Robert De Niro was the one who made
the picture as it is. The latter is actually funny. When he has a witty line or a good moment, he makes the most
of it and leaves a lasting impression. At times, his character reminds me of Travis Bickle from
Taxi Driver.
The supporting performances are strong: Charles Grodin, John Ashton, Yaphet Kotto, Joe Pantoliano, and
Dennis Farina who's in Miami Vice form.
All in all, Midnight Run is a solid odd-couple-on-the-road picture that's spontaneous and subtly funny.
10/25:
If anybody says Robert De Niro isn't much of an actor without being weird or disturbed, he's strongly
advised to see Midnight Run.
It's an impressive movie with lots of ups and downs to pull off a success in the bounty hunting mission.
Kudos to Martin Brest for his direction. He milked the supporting cast for strong performances: Charles
Grodin, John Ashton, Yaphet Kotto, Joe Pantoliano, and Dennis Farina.
All in all, Midnight Run is a well-deserved hit.